Summary
Konami has pulled the curtain back on the pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition for theSilent Hill 2remake. Horror game fans have been waiting years to get their hands on theSilent Hill 2remake, but the wait is nearly at an end. Luckily for fans of the long-running survival-horror franchise, Konami has finally confirmed the game’s release date.
As part of the PlayStation State of Play event, Konami confirmed that theSilent Hill 2remake will be released on October 8 for PC and PS5. The State of Play gave players a look at a brief newSilent Hill 2remake trailer, but the subsequentSilent Hill Transmission eventshowcased an uninterrupted gameplay sequence as well as the pre-order bonuses and Deluxe Edition content.
By pre-ordering the standard edition of theSilent Hill 2remake, all players can get a Mira the Dog mask, while PS5 gamers can also get an exclusive Robbie the Rabbit mask. The Deluxe Edition of the game includes a digital artbook and digital soundtrack, plus aPyramid Headmask made out of a pizza box. Those that pre-order the Deluxe Edition will get all of this content plus 48-hour early access. The standard version of the game costs $69.99, whereas the Deluxe Edition will retail for $79.99.
Deluxe Edition
Deluxe Edition Pre-Order
Blocking early access behind a Deluxe Edition pre-order will potentially annoy someSilent Hill 2fans, whereas others will jump on the opportunity to return to the long-dormant franchise ahead of schedule. TheSilent Hill 2remake marks the first newmain seriesSilent HillgamesinceDownpourlaunched in 2012. Otherwise, the franchise has stuck to spin-offs, experimental projects, or, in the case of the stretch from 2015 to 2022, nothing at all.
TheSilent Hillfranchise went on an unfortunate extended hiatus after the release ofP.T.in 2014.P.T.was meant to be a “playable teaser” that would eventually lead to Hideo Kojima’sSilent Hills. Ultimately,Silent Hillswas canceledandP.T.was pulled from the PlayStation Store. Konami then finally released the highly divisiveSilent Hill: Ascension, followed bySilent Hill: The Short Message, which was panned by fans and critics alike.
Even thoughSilent Hill: AscensionandSilent Hill: The Shortage Messagewere not well-received, there is still hope for theSilent Hillfranchise yet. TheSilent Hill 2remake looks promising, and there are at least two moreSilent Hillgaming projects confirmed to be in the works in the form ofSilent Hill fandSilent Hill: Townfall. Not only that, buta newSilent Hillmovie is in productionas well.
Silent Hill 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Investigating a letter from his late wife, James returns to where they made so many memories - Silent Hill. What he finds is a ghost town, prowled by disturbing monsters and cloaked in deep fog. Confront the monsters, solve puzzles, and search for traces of your wife in this remake of SILENT HILL 2.High-end Graphics and SoundWith ray tracing and other cutting-edge technical enhancements, the world of SILENT HILL and its unsettling ambiance is even realer than before.And with the inclusion of new, immersive soundscapes, you’ll feel like you’re standing in the thick of it.Larger EnvironmentsExplore locations and buildings that were once inaccessible, or are newly added in the remake. Enjoy the same acclaimed story, even while you experience the town of Silent Hill with fresh eyes across an expanded map.Over-the-shoulder CameraThe remake moves from the original’s fixed-camera viewpoints to an over-the-shoulder perspective, putting you closer to what James sees, for a more thrilling, more immersive experience as you explore the town and come face-to-face with monsters.Evolved Combat GameplayFamiliar weapons like the steel pipe and handgun make their return, but now with an updated combat system. Avoid attacks with carefully timed dodges, aim down sights, and more, making monster encounters more engaging and nerve-wracking than ever.
